Be A Junior Ranger

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Do you love the outdoors?

Do you want to make a difference in your national park?

Then you have what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!

As a Junior Ranger, you will have the opportunity to become a part of the past, present, and future of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. The Junior Ranger booklet will give you a glimpse at the history of the Chattahoochee River, get you started on identifying plants and animals, teach you how to be safe while in the park, and much more. By learning these important park facts and helping to preserve the beauty of the national park, you will become a valuable asset to the team of rangers at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

How To Become a Junior Ranger

  • Stop by the visitor center at Island Ford and pick up your Junior Ranger Booklet.
  • Complete the activities in the booklet.
  • Complete your Junior Ranger pledge.
  • Return your completed booklet in person to the visitor contact station at Island Ford, or mail it to:

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
1978 Island Ford Parkway
Sandy Springs, GA 30350

Receive your badge and certificate.

Last updated: August 3, 2020

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1978 Island Ford Parkway
Sandy Springs, GA 30350

Phone:

678-538-1200
Call 770-992-6585 for non-emergency law enforcement assistance for any event that does not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of visitors or employees. Examples of when to call 770-992-6585 are for property crime (car break-ins, vandalism), suspicious activity, or a threat to the park's resources (digging). Dial 911 when there is a direct threat to the health and safety of visitors or employees. Examples of when to dial 911 are for missing person, fire, physical altercation, or injury.

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